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East Village Studio Night | Gestural Abstraction

  • 311 East 3rd Street New York, NY, 10009 United States (map)

“I like a canvas to breathe and be alive.”

-Lee Krasner

Explore Gestural Abstraction, an art form emphasizing the artist's physical movements in applying paint to canvas. Unlike traditional, controlled painting, Gestural Abstraction is intuitive and abstract, aiming for a profound expression of personal feelings. Key figures like Lee Krasner, Willem and Elaine de Kooning, Joan Mitchell, and Franz Kline, among others, pioneered this method with their unique techniques. During this event, you will delve into the creative surge associated with Gestural Abstraction, learn about the working methods of these iconic artists, and discover how to create your own paintings that embody the spontaneity and emotional depth of your personal experiences.

Art history lesson and all art supplies are included.

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